Imperialism and Capitalism, Volume I

Imperialism and Capitalism, Volume I

Dipak Basu / Victoria Miroshnik

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Springer Nature B.V.
Año de edición:
2020
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Economía política
ISBN:
9783030473679
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This book examines the history of empire and its influence on capitalism. Taking inspiration from Vladimir Lenin’s essay Imperialism, the Highest Stage of Capitalism, the thoughtful chapters explore how workers and resources in Africa, Latin America, and Asia were exploited by capitalist colonizers. Particular attention is given to the empires of Great Britain, Russia, Japan, the Netherlands, and the United States.This book aims to trace the historical development of capitalism and its reliance of colonialism, and is relevant to those interested in economics, development studies, international relations, and global politics.

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